Global Business Management

Export Development Canada (EDC) is a Crown corporation dedicated to helping Canadian companies of all sizes succeed on the world stage. We equip them with the tools they need – the trade knowledge, financial solutions, equity, insurance, and connections – to grow their business with confidence. This in turn, creates jobs and increases prosperity at home.

FITT programs create and recognize high performers to support company growth in global markets.

We define, shape and advance Canada’s interests and values in a complex global environment. We manage diplomatic relations, promote international trade and provide consular support. We lead international development, humanitarian, and peace and security assistance efforts. We also contribute to national security and the development of international law.

Exporting, importing and investing in Canada and foreign markets.

The Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU) is a nonpartisan, U.S.-based organization that works to expand international trade and commerce. It does this by helping its member companies engage internationally and by facilitating mutually beneficial relationships between business and government leaders worldwide.

An international organization of 29 countries (including Canada) that deals with economic and social issues.

The World Economic Forum was founded on the precept that business cannot operate in a vacuum,and that challenges need to be addressed by all stakeholders of society.
The site includes country-specific information on global issues.

Formerly CMA: Canadian Manufacturers Association and the Exporters Association of Canada. Merged May 1996. Excellent links to related sites.

Human Rights Watch is dedicated to protecting the human rights of people around the world. This site provides a regional/country and topics breakdown of issues.

WVS is a worldwide network of social scientists studying changing values and their impact on social and political life.
The surveys provide insight into the values and cultural changes in societies all over the world